Healthcare Reform and Questions of Faith

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As the Congressional recess continues, debate over healthcare reform is becoming more polarized and extreme. President Obama’s approval ratings are taking a hit. Both sides contend it all boils down to morality. Are they open to reason or is it a matter of faith? Also, good news bad news on the economy. On Reporter's Notebook, will climate change mean more hurricanes in the North Atlantic?

Bannerimage: Daniel Assaraf waits in line with other attendees for a town hall meeting being held by Rep. Joe Sestak (D-PA) August 12, 2009 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Photo: Jeff Fusco/Getty Images